A 42-year-old forklift driver died in a workplace accident at the Aurubis copper plant in Hamburg overnight from Friday to Saturday, March 7, 2026. The driver was fatally injured in an incident involving hot, liquid metal while transporting it within a hall at the copper plant, according to the fire department’s situation report.
Tragic Incident at Aurubis Plant
The accident occurred as the driver was transporting the hot material in a hall at the copper plant. A crisis intervention team was deployed to support colleagues who witnessed the event.
In a separate incident, a 26-year-old employee of an external company died after suffering a severe head injury during scaffolding work. He was transported to a hospital, where he later passed away.
This incident was reported on NDR 90,3 Aktuell on March 7, 2026, at 6:30 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at Aurubis?
A 42-year-old forklift driver died after an accident involving hot, liquid metal. A 26-year-old employee of an external company also died after a head injury sustained during scaffolding work.
Where did the accident occur?
The accidents occurred at the Aurubis copper plant in Hamburg.
What was the response to the incident?
The fire department was notified, and a crisis intervention team supported colleagues who witnessed the events.
How might Aurubis respond to these tragic events to prevent similar incidents in the future?
